Help restore your vehicle's designed ride control with the KYB shock absorber 344081, a front gas shock from KYB's Excel-G line. It's a nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube damper that fits many vehicles, among them the 1971-1985 Chevrolet Impala, 1997-2004 Dodge Dakota and 1999-2003 Dodge Durango. See the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list and engine-level fitment.
The Excel-G is made on KYB's OE assembly lines with the same OE-quality components, earning KYB's OEA (Original Equipment for the Aftermarket) classification — calibrated to restore original designed performance rather than change it.
- Nitrogen gas-charged twin-tube design that includes the quality components found in KYB's global OEM products.
- Triple-lip fluid seal to reduce the chance of oil and gas leaking out.
- Vehicle-specific, hand-assembled damping valves that manage tire contact, steering response, and body movement.
- Helps restore designed control and handling and keeps electronic safety systems performing as intended, since they depend on the suspension, brakes, and tires working as designed.
A KYB-recommended OEM replacement shock for domestic vehicles. Worn shocks may show as excessive bouncing, nose dive under braking, or reduced stability; if the front shock is the cause, this unit replaces it. Sold individually; replacing both fronts together is recommended for balanced ride control.
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